‘SNL’: Martin Short Makes Trump, Elon Musk Jokes in Monologue
VarietyStory by Adam B. Vary
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Comedy legend Martin Short takes 'SNL' viewers on a politically-charged romp through Trump, Musk, and elf sketches in his fifth hosting gig.
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- Short kicked off his monologue by joking about having to get through it quickly to film 10 elf sketches, a subtle nod to the show's packed schedule.
- The comedian also took jabs at controversial figures like Matt Gaetz, putting his sharp political comedy skills on full display for the 'SNL' audience.
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Martin Short, Matt Gaetz, 'Saturday Night Live'